I am probably not the type of person that has a typical approach to seeing an individual. I want to celebrate the achievements of those who have come before, as they may have built the very ground I walk upon. Not to the extent of reverence, but rather, a comfortable respect.
Stories have value, and those that have lived on the planet longer than I have plenty of those to tell us. Stories are where the value of humanity lies, beyond the machinery of capitalism, infrastructure, taxes, governments, and other stuff that everyday "makes the world go around."
I am much more interested in asking that person for some of their time, and knowing about their story. It enriches their day, and I might just learn something, too :)
RE: Why we need to remain humble